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1.1	1	Washington County Sheriff's Office
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	3	Policy Manual
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11.1	6	Volume: AB Staff Management
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11.1	8	Chapter: 06 Attire and Grooming
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17.1	11	Replaces and/or Supersedes: AB 06 2/9/2022
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17.1	13	Approved: 2/14/2023
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	16	__TABLE OF CONTENTS__
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	18	AB 06_101 Definitions
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	20	AB 06_102 General
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	22	AB 06_103 Uniform Purchase
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	24	AB 06_104 Certified Staff
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	26	AB 06_105 Non-Certified Staff
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	28	AB 06_106 Exempt Staff
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	30	AB 06_107 Class-A Uniform
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	32	AB 06_108 Class-B Uniform
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	34	AB 06_109 Class-C Uniform
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	36	AB 06_110 Meetings and Training
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	38	AB 06_111 Business Attire
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	40	AB 06_112 Casual Business Attire
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	42	AB 06_113 Weapons Post
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	44	AB 06_114 Medical Staff
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	46	AB 06_115 Special Duty
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	48	AB 06_116 Grooming and Appearance
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	50	AB 06_117 Jewelry
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	52	AB 06_118 Badge Shroud
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	54	AB 06_119 Inspections
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	56	AB 06_120 Prohibitions
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	58	AB 06_121 Exceptions
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	60
	61	AB 06_101 __DEFINITIONS__
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	63	1. WCSO: Washington County Sheriff's Office
	64	1. PCF: Purgatory Correctional Facility
	65	1. Weapons Post: Any position or assignment that requires the individual to carry a firearm.
	66	1. On-Duty: Officially representing the WCSO.
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	68	AB 06_102 __GENERAL__
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	70	1. Policy:
	71	11. Employees shall wear approved attire while on duty, as outlined in this policy.
	72	11. While off duty, employees shall not wear attire that would identify the individual as an employee or representative of the WCSO, except as specifically approved.
4.5	73	111. Reasonable public exposure in uniform while off duty is allowed during transit to and from work assignments.
	74	111. Unnecessary and extended public exposure while in uniform off duty should be avoided.
1.1	75	11. Employees shall maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance while on duty.
9.1	76	11. If there is a disagreement between an employee and supervisor regarding attire/and or grooming the Sheriff or their designee will make the final determination.
1.1	77	1. Rationale:
	78	11. Approved uniforms:
	79	111. Provide personal identification of the individual;
	80	111. Provide identification of the WCSO as the individual's employer; and
	81	111. Indicate the level and scope of authority of the individual.
	82	11. Unapproved uniform items:
	83	111. May cause confusion; and
	84	111. Detract from the established image of the uniform set.
	85	11. A neat and well-groomed appearance enhances the image of the employee and the WCSO.
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	87	AB 06_103 __UNIFORM PURCHASE__
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	89	1. The County's uniform allowance is strictly designed to help reimburse employees for their official uniforms. The allowance is not provided as a benefit.
3.1	90	1. An employee is not eligible for a uniform allowance if off work and not receiving County pay when the allowance is given (January & July). There is no reimbursement for employees who are off work for an entire distribution period (e.g., FMLA, military leave).
1.1	91	1. Employees are responsible for their own uniform purchasing, cleaning, repair, and replacements.
	92	1. Employees shall replace items before they are so worn or damaged that the items present an unacceptable appearance.
	93	1. Employees shall replace items when they no longer meet current specifications.
	94	1. The burden is on the individual employee to ensure that specific uniform purchase items are approved by the WCSO.
	95	1. The WCSO will not reimburse an individual who has made an incorrect purchase.
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	97	AB 06_104 __CERTIFIED STAFF__
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	99	1. For the purposes of this policy, Certified Staff include only:
	100	11. Utah POST-certified peace officers;
	101	1. Certified Staff shall possess complete:
	102	11. Class-A uniform set;
	103	11. Class-B uniform set (minimum of three sets); and
	104	11. Class-C uniform set.
	105	1. Certified Staff shall carry a firearm when wearing a visible identifying uniform or uniform item displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.). This shall be done within compliance of other current policy, specifically the firearms policy.
	106	1. Non-weapons-qualified employees shall not wear a visible identifying uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.) in public, including traveling to and from work.
	107	1. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
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	109	AB 06_105 __NON-CERTIFIED STAFF__
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	111	1. For the purposes of this policy, Non-Certified Staff include all employees who do not meet the requirements of Certified Staff.
	112	1. Non-Certified Staff shall possess at least three complete Class-C uniform sets.
	113	1. The Class-C uniform set shall be worn by all Non-Certified Staff while on duty.
	114	1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a Class-A or Class-B uniform set.
	115	1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.).
	116
	117	AB 06_106 __EXEMPT STAFF__
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	119	1. For purposes of this policy, Exempt Staff include:
	120	11. The Sheriff;
	121	11. The Undersheriff;
	122	11. Chief deputies;
	123	11. Lieutenants;
	124	11. The Medical Director;
	125	11. Detectives;
	126	11. Information Technology employees; and
	127	11. Any other staff or position designated by the Sheriff.
	128	1. Exempt staff:
	129	11. Are exempt from wearing the day-to-day uniform sets (Class-A, Class-B, and Class-C) as described herein; however, they maintain the option to do so;
	130	11. May wear business attire as described herein; and
	131	11. May wear casual business attire as described herein, with specific approval from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or their chief deputy.
	132	1. For Exempt Staff, business and casual business attire shirts may display WCSO insignias as follows:
	133	11. Port Authority brand, styles S508, S608, L508, or L608, L633, S633, L632, and S632.
	134	11. Long sleeved or short sleeved.
	135	11. Approved colors (only these colors are approved):
	136	111. Black;
	137	111. Burgundy;
	138	111. Clover
	139	111. Light Blue;
	140	111. Mediterranean;
	141	111. Navy;
	142	111. Steel; and
	143	111. Stone.
	144	11. Name, rank, and position as detailed for Class-C uniform shirt.
	145	1. When wearing business or casual business attire, Exempt Staff may wear weapon related items (belt, holster, magazine case, etc.) in either black or brown.
	146
	147	AB 06_107 __CLASS-A UNIFORM__
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	149	1. The Class-A uniform set:
	150	11. Shall normally be reserved for special occasions. Special occasions include but are not limited to:
	151	111. Academy graduations;
	152	111. Funerals;
	153	111. Parade participation; and
	154	111. Other approved occasions.
	155	11. Shall only be worn when approved or directed by a supervisor.
	156	1. Mandatory:
	157	11. Uniform shirt:
	158	111. White (including epaulets and pockets);
	159	111. Long sleeved;
	160	111. Epaulets on shoulders;
	161	111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
	162	111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on pockets and epaulets;
	163	111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line.
	164	111. All buttons fastened;
	165	111. Approved brands/styles:
	166	1111. The Force (Horace Small); Deputy Deluxe Men's Style, #HS1125.
	167	1111. The Force (Horace Small); Deputy Deluxe, Women's style, #HS1177.
	168	1111. The Force (Horace Small); Sentry Men's style, #HS1149
	169	1111. The Force (Horace Small); Sentry Women's style, #HS1190
	170	1111. Fechheimer (Flying Cross) Duro Poplin, Women's Style #126R54.
	171	1111. Fechheimer(Flying Cross) Duro Poplin, Men's Style, #35W54.
	172	11. Undershirt:
	173	111. Solid white;
	174	111. May be short or long sleeved;
	175	111. May be thermal style.
	176	11. Tie:
	177	111. Solid black color;
	178	111. Tied or clip-on;
9.4	179	111. No bow, bolo, or cross-over ties.
	180	111. Tie Tack: Only the current official WCSO tie tack is approved to wear (other previously approved WCSO tie tacks/bars are not approved to wear);
1.1	181	11. Badge:
	182	111. WCSO badge will be worn centered above the left, front shirt pocket.
	183	11. Name Bar:
	184	111. Brass (gold color) with block, black, all capital lettering;
	185	111. Width: 2 and 1/4 inches;
	186	111. Height: 3/8 inch;
	187	111. Shall include the first letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
	188	111. Shall be worn centered directly above and parallel to the right shirt pocket with no space between the top edge of the pocket and the name bar.
	189	11. Service Stars:
	190	111. Small size;
	191	111. Brass (gold color);
	192	111. Shall be attached to or worn directly above the name bar;
	193	111. Each single star shall represent five years of service as a certified officer.
	194	11. Whistle Chain:
	195	111. Brass (gold color);
	196	111. Shall be attached to the right epaulet button and terminate inside the right, front pocket.
	197	11. Pants:
	198	111. Solid black color;
	199	111. Approved brands/styles:
	200	1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) dress pant #42281 men's style;
	201	1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) dress pant #45281 women's style;
	202	1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant #3910 men's style;
	203	1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant #3960 women's style.
17.1	204	111. Previously approved brands/styles may be worn while in good repair.
1.1	205	11. Belt:
	206	111. Black;
	207	111. Leather;
	208	111. Basket-weave;
	209	111. Height: 1 and 3/4 inches;
	210	111. Buckle:
17.1	211	1111. Brass (gold color) or black plastic;
1.1	212	1111. Width: 2 inches;
	213	1111. Height: 2 and 1/4 inches.
	214	11. Shoes:
	215	111. Solid black color;
	216	111. Low quarter dress shoes;
	217	111. Patent leather (high-gloss pseudo leather is an approved alternative).
	218	11. Socks:
	219	111. Solid black color;
	220	111. Crew or long-length.
	221	11. Timepiece:
	222	111. All employees are required to have a timepiece while on duty;
	223	111. Must be conservative in color, size and style.
	224	11. Insignia of rank (if applicable): Pins shall be worn on both collars of the uniform shirt as specified below:
	225	111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, and chief deputies:
	226	1111. Shall be aligned so that the insignia touches both seam stitches on each collar.
	227	111. Lieutenants:
	228	1111. Shall be horizontally centered on each collar above and directly along the seam of the bottom of each collar.
	229	111. Sergeants:
	230	1111. Shall be centered on both collars with the center line of the insignia bisecting the points of each collar and positioned one inch up from the collar point.
	231	11. Award Pins:
	232	111. Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
	233	111. Any pins awarded by the WCSO shall be worn (excluding Honor Guard members);
	234	111. Currently certified CIT staff shall wear the CIT pin;
	235	111. All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding the CIT pin);
	236	111. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
	237	11. Honor Guard:
	238	111. Shoulder cords shall be worn in lieu of whistle chain:
	239	1111. Gold color;
	240	1111. Double circle;
	241	1111. Braided;
	242	1111. Worn on the right shoulder.
	243	111. Solid white gloves;
	244	111. If carried, cell phones will not be visible (no carry cases);
	245	111. No pins other than the Honor Guard commendation bar, name bar, and service stars shall be worn;
	246	111. No bulges in pockets.
	247	11. Cell Phone:
	248	111. If carried in a visible case, the case must be solid black in color.
10.2	249	11. Hats: No hats are permitted.
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	251	AB 06_108 __CLASS-B UNIFORM__
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	253	1. The Class-B uniform set should be worn as the regular day-to-day working uniform for all Certified Staff.
	254	1. The Class-B uniform may be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms).
	255	1. Mandatory:
	256	11. Uniform shirt:
	257	111. Tan or Silver Tan color (including epaulets and pockets);
	258	111. Short sleeved;
	259	111. Epaulets on shoulders;
	260	111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
	261	111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
	262	111. Top button only unfastened;
	263	111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
5.3	264	1111. Blauer #8675 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
	265	1111. Blauer #8670 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
	266	1111. Blauer #8675W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
	267	1111. Blauer #8670W Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
1.1	268	1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
	269	1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
	270	1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
5.3	271	1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
1.1	272	1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
	273	1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
	274	1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
	275	1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1189 Long Sleeve, Women's Style.
9.3	276	11. Vest Carrier Systems: Agency-issue only.
1.1	277	11. Undershirt:
	278	111. Solid black;
	279	111. Crew neck style;
	280	111. Shall not be exposed beyond uniform shirt sleeve.
	281	11. Badge: same as Class-A uniform set.
	282	11. Name Bar: same as Class-A uniform set.
	283	11. Service Stars: same as Class-A uniform set.
	284	11. A whistle chain shall not be worn with a Class-B uniform.
	285	11. Pants:
	286	111. Solid black color;
	287	111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
7.1	288	1111. Blauer #8665, Men's Style;
	289	1111. Blauer #8665W, Women's Syle;
1.1	290	1111. Blauer #8980, Men's Style;
	291	1111. Blauer #8980W, Women's Style
17.1	292	111. Previously approved brands/styles may be worn while in good repair.
1.1	293	11. Belt: same as Class-A uniform set.
	294	11. Shoes/Boots:
	295	111. Solid black color;
	296	111. Full grain leather or nylon/leather construction;
	297	111. Capable of holding a shine;
	298	111. Dress, military, or law enforcement style shoes or boots.
	299	11. Socks:
	300	111. Solid black; or
	301	111. White, as long as socks are not visible when in sitting position.
	302	11. Timepiece: same as Class-A uniform set.
	303	11. Insignia of rank (if applicable):
	304	111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, chief deputies, and lieutenants: same as Class-A uniform set.
	305	111. Sergeants:
	306	1111. Cloth insignia shoulder patches shall be worn on each arm of the uniform shirt;
	307	1111. Chevrons shall be pointed up;
	308	1111. The top point of each insignia patch shall be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch;
	309	1111. Insignia pins shall not be worn on the Class-B uniform.
	310	11. Handcuff Case (and handcuffs):
	311	111. Black;
	312	111. Basket-weave;
	313	111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
	314	111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
4.4	315	111. Handcuffs must be manufactured by a reputable manufacturer (examples: Smith & Wesson, Peerless, or Hiatt);
4.1	316	111. Handcuffs must be of the chain link style, hinged cuffs are not permitted;
1.1	317	111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
	318	111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
	319	11. Radio:
	320	111. Each employee that is issued a two-way radio is required to:
	321	1111. Wear the radio while on duty, unless otherwise exempt;
	322	1111. Ensure the radio is in good working condition.
	323	111. External radio microphone pieces:
	324	1111. Shall be solid black in color;
	325	1111. May be clear (non-colored) if an earbud style.
	326	1. Optional:
	327	11. Long Sleeved Uniform Shirt:
2.1	328	111. A long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt may be worn instead of the short sleeved uniform shirt;
	329	111. All criteria for the Class-B short sleeved uniform shirt apply (color, patches, pins, brand/style, etc.);
	330	111. When a long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt is worn:
	331	1111. Sleeves will be completely buttoned; and
	332	1111. A solid black, crew neck style undershirt shall be worn; or
	333	1111. A solid black mock turtle neck with “WCSO” in gold block lettering embroidered on the center and front of the neck may be worn under the uniform shirt; or
	334	1111. A tie may be worn (specifications identical to Class-A uniform set).
	335	111. All other Class-B uniform set criteria apply (pants, shoes, etc.).
	336	11. Coat/Jacket:
	337	111. Solid black color (including collar);
	338	111. No fur or mock fur collars;
	339	111. No hoods;
	340	111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on the epaulets and front pockets (if applicable);
	341	111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line;
	342	111. WCSO badge or the current WCSO cloth star patch over left breast (other previously approved cloth patches are not approved).
	343	111. The insignia of rank (if applicable):
	344	1111. Insignia pins or patches shall be worn on the coat/jacket but not both;
	345	1111. Pins shall be worn on the coat/jacket in addition to the uniform shirt insignia and in the same manner.
	346	1111. Patches should be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch (chevrons pointed up).
	347	111. The following brands/styles are approved and suggested, but not required:
	348	1111. Blauer #6120;
	349	1111. Horace Small APX.
	350	1111. Fleece jacket (without shoulder patches).
	351	11. Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
	352	11. Flashlight:
	353	111. Solid black color;
	354	111. Carry case:
	355	1111. Solid black;
	356	1111. Basket weave pattern.
	357	111. May be required, as directed by division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official, due to specific post.
	358	11. Duty Gloves:
	359	111. Solid black color;
	360	111. Full fingers.
	361	11. Key Case:
	362	111. Solid black color;
	363	111. Basket weave pattern;
	364	111. Must conceal keys from view.
	365	11. Award Pins:
	366	111. Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
	367	111. Any pins awarded by the WCSO may be worn;
	368	111. Currently certified CIT staff may wear the CIT pin;
	369	111. All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding CIT pin);
	370	111. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
	371	11. Hat:
	372	111. Solid black, knit-stocking style; or
10.2	373	111. Solid black, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in gold, block lettering on the front, center; or
2.1	374	111. Solid tan, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in black, block lettering on the front, center.
10.2	375	111. No western or cowboy hats.
2.1	376	11. Gloves Case:
	377	111. May carry more than one;
	378	111. Solid black color;
	379	111. Basket weave pattern.
	380	11. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC):
	381	111. Carry case:
	382	1111. Solid black color;
	383	1111. Basket-weave pattern.
	384	11. Taser:
	385	111. Black holster;
	386	111. Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas.
	387	11. ASP:
	388	111. Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas;
	389	111. Carry case:
	390	1111. Solid black color;
	391	1111. Basket-weave pattern.
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2.1	393	AB 06_109 __CLASS-C UNIFORM__
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2.1	395	1. The Class-C uniform:
	396	11. Should be worn as the day-to-day working uniform set for Non-Certified Staff;
	397	11. Shall be worn by Certified Staff when working in a light-duty capacity;
	398	11. May be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms);
	399	11. May be worn on occasions specifically permitted by a lieutenant or above-ranking WCSO official.
	400	11. May be worn by Certified Staff in select positions:
	401	111. Warrant Service;
	402	111. Work Crews; and
	403	111. Other, as determined by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
	404	1. Mandatory:
	405	11. Shirt:
	406	111. Color:
8.1	407	1111. Certified staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan”;
12.1	408	1111. Non-Certified Staff:
16.1	409	11111. Clerical: Cornerstone CS418 or CS419 Maroon;
	410	11111. Investigators: Cornerstone CS418 or CS419 Light Grey.
2.1	411	111. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
	412	111. Polo style;
	413	111. Top button only unfastened;
	414	111. Badge/WCSO Insignia:
	415	1111. Embroidered over left breast;
	416	1111. Black, block lettering;
	417	1111. Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO star insignia;
	418	1111. Non-Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO sunrise insignia (no star).
	419	111. Name:
	420	1111. Embroidered over right breast;
	421	1111. Black, block lettering (not all capitalized), 0.30 inch height;
	422	1111. First letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
	423	111. Rank:
	424	1111. Black, all capitalized, block embroidered lettering, 0.25 inch height;
	425	1111. Centered below name;
	426	1111. Non-Certified Staff: “Civilian Staff” shall be embroidered in place of rank. Deviations from this may be granted by a division chief or above-ranking WCSO official (e.g., for Evidence Tech or Office Manager).
16.1	427	111. Only the following brands/styles are approved for certified:
2.1	428	1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, men's style #71049 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
	429	1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, women's style #61165 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
	430	1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, men's style #CS410 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
	431	1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, #CS410LS Long Sleeve, “Tan.”
	432	1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, women's style #CS411 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
	433	1111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8471, long sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
	434	1111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8472, short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
	435	11. Undershirt:
	436	111. Certified Staff: Solid black, crew neck;
	437	111. Non-Certified Staff: Undershirt is optional.
	438	1111. Approved undershirts: solid white, crew neck;
	439	111. Shall not extend beyond the sleeves of the uniform shirt.
	440	11. Pants: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	441	11. Belt: Same as Class-A uniform set.
	442	11. Shoes/Boots: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	443	11. Socks: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	444	11. Timepiece: Same as Class-A uniform set.
	445	11. Radio: Same as Class-B uniform set (applies to Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff).
	446	1. Optional:
	447	11. Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
	448	11. Flashlight: same as Class-B uniform set (for Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff);
	449	11. Uniform shorts:
	450	111. Are approved to be worn by:
	451	1111. Bicycle Patrol;
	452	1111. Work Crew Unit;
	453	1111. Other by specific approval by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
	454	111. Black color;
	455	111. With side pockets;
	456	111. The following brand/style is approved and suggested but not required:
	457	1111. Blauer; bike short; #8841-1.
	458	11. Coat/Jacket:
	459	111. Certified Staff: same as Class-B uniform set;
	460	111. Non-Certified Staff:
	461	1111. Solid black color (including collar);
	462	1111. No fur or mock fur collars;
	463	1111. No hoods;
	464	1111. May be pull-over style;
	465	1111. No patches, badges, pins, or other WCSO emblems or markings.
	466	11. Duty Gloves: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	467	11. Award pins shall not be worn with the Class-C uniform set (excluding the CIT pin which may be worn).
	468	11. Hat:
	469	111. Certified: Same as Class-B uniform set;
	470	111. Non-Certified:
	471	1111. Same as the Class-B uniform set without the “SHERIFF” lettering.
	472	1111. Not approved for clerical staff.
	473	11. Key Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	474	11. Gloves Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	475	11. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC): Same as Class-B uniform set.
	476	11. Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
	477	11. ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
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2.1	479	AB 06_110 __MEETINGS AND TRAINING__
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2.1	481	1. An appropriate uniform set, business attire, or casual business attire shall be worn by Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff during meetings and training sessions that do not otherwise require or allow different attire.
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2.1	483	AB 06_111 __BUSINESS ATTIRE__
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2.1	485	1. Shirt:
	486	11. Collared;
	487	11. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
	488	11. No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
	489	1. Pants:
	490	11. Dress pants (no carpenter or cargo styles);
	491	11. Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
	492	11. No shorts.
	493	1. No worn or frayed items.
	494	1. No flip flops.
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2.1	496	AB 06_112 __CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE__
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2.1	498	1. Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff may be allowed to wear casual business attire on specific occasions approved by a chief or above ranking WCSO official.
	499	1. Shirt:
	500	11. Collared;
	501	11. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
	502	11. No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
	503	1. Pants:
	504	11. Denim is approved;
	505	11. Cargo or carpenter styles are approved;
	506	11. Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
	507	11. No shorts;
	508	1. No worn or frayed items
	509	1. No flip flops
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2.1	511	AB 06_113 __WEAPONS POST__
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2.1	513	1. This section applies to any personnel who is currently assigned to or working in a weapons post, whether long-term or temporary due to specific assignment or circumstances of events. Reference policy: AE 04 Firearms.
	514	1. Mandatory:
10.3	515	11. Firearm: agency-issue only.
2.1	516	11. Belt for holster:
	517	111. Solid black color;
	518	111. Basket-weave pattern;
	519	111. Height: Approximately 2 1/8 inches;
18.1	520	111. Buckle (optional) must be brass (gold or black color) or black plastic;
2.1	521	111. Snaps of belt Keepers shall be gold or black color.
10.3	522	11. Holster: agency-issue or agency-approved only.
	523	11. Magazine Holder: agency-issue or agency-approved only.
2.1	524	1. Optional:
	525	11. Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
	526	11. Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
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2.1	528	AB 06_113 __MEDICAL STAFF__
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2.1	530	1. Shirt:
	531	11. Any color approved by Medical Director;
	532	11. Scrub-style;
	533	11. A white t-shirt or turtle neck may be worn under the scrub top.
	534	1. Pants:
	535	11. Any color approved by Medical Director, scrub-style; or
	536	11. Tan color, casual dress pants;
	537	11. No dresses, skirts, or shorts.
	538	1. Footwear:
17.1	539	11. Any color approved by Medical Director.
2.1	540	11. Athletic style shoe.
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2.1	542	AB 06_115 __SPECIAL DUTY__
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2.1	544	1. A Special Duty uniform may be substituted for a Class-B uniform, if applicable. Deviations from the established uniform policies and/or procedures may be necessary for individuals in Special Duty assignments. However, such deviations must be specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
	545	1. Special Duty assignments include; but, are not limited to:
	546	11. CNU;
	547	11. Drug Task Force;
	548	11. Emergency Services Division;
	549	11. PT Coordinators;
	550	11. Range Masters;
	551	11. SWAT;
	552	11. Undercover assignments;
	553	11. K9 Handlers
	554	11. Other, as determined by chief or above-ranking WCSO official; and
	555	1. Shirts:
	556	11. Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
	557	11. Colors:
10.3	558	111. Crisis Negotiations Unit (CNU): Gray;
	559	111. Emergency Service Branch: Navy Blue;
2.1	560	111. Range Masters: Red;
10.3	561	111. K9 Handler: Dark Green;
	562	111. Search and Rescue (a.k.a, Back Country): Dark Green;
2.1	563	111. Other colors (if applicable) for different positions are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
	564	11. Badge, Name, and Rank:
	565	111. Same as described in the Class C Uniform
	566	11. Position:
	567	111. Position title (e.g. Crisis Negotiations Unit, Range Master) embroidered below rank in black ¼ inch lettering.
	568	11. Pant: Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
	569	111. K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
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2.1	571	AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__
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2.1	573	1. Appearance:
16.1	574	11. Unless otherwise stated and because deviations from these standards could present officer safety issues, the following appearance standards shall apply to all employees, except those whose current assignment would deem them not appropriate, and where the Sheriff has granted exception.
2.1	575	111. Attire shall fit appropriately (not too tight or too loose);
	576	111. Brass articles shall be clean and untarnished;
	577	111. The shirt badge shall be clean with no visible abrasive marks;
	578	111. Leather items shall be clean and polished;
	579	111. Footwear shall be in good condition and polished or evenly colored;
	580	111. Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
	581	111. Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
	582	111. Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
6.1	583	11. Special assignments may require standards either more strict or more lenient than outlined herein. Ultimate approval of any attire rests with the sheriff or designee.
2.1	584	1. Grooming:
	585	11. Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
6.1	586	111. Shall not be permitted on the face, neck, or scalp;
	587	111. That are obscene, sexually explicit, discriminatory (sex, race, religion, etc.) shall not be permitted;
2.1	588	111. That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
6.1	589	111. Unapproved body art shall not be visible while wearing uniform attire.
2.1	590	11. Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
	591	11. False eyelashes are prohibited.
	592	11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
	593	11. Fingernail polish, if worn, shall be a soft shade which compliments the natural skin tone of the individual.
	594	11. Hair:
16.1	595	111. Hairstyles of all employees shall be neat in appearance.
	596	111. For all male employees:
	597	1111. Hair must not extend below the top edge of the uniform collar while assuming a normal stance.
16.2	598	1111. Hair shall not be greater than 2.5 inches in length regardless of styling.
16.1	599	111. For sworn female employees:
	600	1111. Hair must be no longer than the horizontal level of the bottom of the uniform shoulder patch when the employee is standing.
	601	1111. Hair may be worn up or in a tightly wrapped braid or ponytail.
2.1	602	111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
	603	111. Hair that is combed or styled forward shall not be lower on the forehead than the eyebrows (measured from the highest point of the eyebrows);
	604	111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
	605	111. May be combed over the ears; but, shall taper naturally into the hair not more than two inches in front of the ears;
	606	111. No decorations shall be worn in the hair;
	607	111. Hair combs, clips, or pins that match the color of the hair may be worn;
	608	111. Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
	609	111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
9.1	610	111. Staff shall be in compliance with policy at the beginning of their shift.
	611	11. Facial Hair:
16.1	612	111. If an employee is unable to grow facial hair that fills in properly, it may distract from a professional look. If any supervisor deems the facial hair to be unsightly, the employee will shave when requested.
9.1	613	111. All facial hair must be neatly trimmed, and extend no more than one-half (1/2) of an inch from the face.
	614	111. Facial hair must be of a natural color. If dye is used it must be consistent in coloration and of a natural color matching any existing hair.
	615	111. No designs (e.g. Letters, Numbers, Figures, etc.) either by shaving or coloration will be permitted.
9.5	616	111. Unusual or atypical beards will not be permitted.
9.1	617	111. The neck and upper cheek area must remain clean-shaven at all times.
	618	111. Patchy of clumpy facial hair will not be permitted. If an employee is unable to grow facial hair to meet the standards herein the employee must remain clean-shaven.
	619	111. Beards:
	620	1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained beard may be worn;
16.1	621	1111. Beards should follow the jawline and should not extend onto the neck.
9.1	622	111. Mustaches (Without beard):
	623	1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained mustache may be worn;
2.1	624	1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
	625	1111. Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
	626	1111. The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
9.1	627	111. Goatees (Without Beard):
6.1	628	1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained Goatee may be worn.
9.1	629	111. Sideburns (Without Beard):
	630	1111. Neatly trimmed and maintained sideburns may be worn;
2.1	631	1111. Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
	632	1111. Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
	633	1111. Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
	634	1111. Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
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2.1	636	AB 06_117 __JEWELRY__
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2.1	638	1. Approved:
	639	11. Medical alert jewelry.
	640	11. Finger Ring:
	641	111. One ring.
	642	1. Not-Approved:
	643	11. Visible necklaces;
	644	11. Visible bracelets;
	645	11. Visible anklets;
17.1	646	1. Earrings:
	647	11. Female staff may wear a single pair of stud-style earrings.
	648	11. Male staff may not wear earrings.
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2.1	650	AB 06_118 __BADGE SHROUD__
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9.5	652	1. Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff or the Sheriff's designee.
5.2	653	1. The badge shroud shall consist of a plain black ribbon between one half (1/2) and one (1) inch in width.
2.1	654	1. Badge shrouds should be worn over the badge in the direction of bottom right to top left (direction of right arm with right hand over heart).
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2.1	656	AB 06_119 __INSPECTIONS__
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2.1	658	1. Supervisors shall regularly inspect that the attire and grooming standards are being followed by the employees under their direct command.
	659	1. A formal uniform inspection may be conducted once a year or more for all Certified Staff. This inspection shall be conducted by a lieutenant or above-ranking WCSO official.
	660	1. Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
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2.1	662	AB 06_120 __PROHIBITIONS__
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10.1	664	1. Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities, except for the current Sheriff.
2.1	665	1. Uniforms shall not be worn while speaking at public or community groups without specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
10.1	666	1. Excluding exempt staff, uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
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2.1	668	AB 06_121 __EXCEPTIONS__
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2.1	670	1. Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.
	671	1. Employees may be excused by a supervisor from wearing specific items if wearing the item creates a safety hazard.
	672	1. Employees on special assignments may be excused from the grooming standards with specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
	673	1. With approval from the division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official, athletic shoes may be worn with a Class-B or Class-C uniform.